Description

2-Methoxy-6-Phenylpyridine is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic compound featuring a pyridine core substituted with methoxy and phenyl groups. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a key building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new-generation pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions in fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functional unit in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.
• Liquid Crystal and Dye Intermediate: A potential component in the synthesis of specialty dyes and liquid crystal materials for display technologies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Methoxy-6-Phenylpyridine
CAS No.	35070-08-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO
Molecular Weight	185.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Phenyl-2-methoxypyridine; 2-Methoxy-6-phenylpyridine; 2-Methoxy-6-phenyl-pyridine; 6-Phenyl-2-pyridinol methyl ether; o-Methoxy-6-phenylpyridine; 2-Phenyl-6-methoxypyridine (less common); 35070-08-7 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-6-Phenylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.